Pistons are alone in losing streak infamy; Chiefs tumble down Power Rankings

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JA MORANT AND THE MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES

Ja Morant is back, and he’s reminding everyone just how great of a player he is … and how badly the Grizzlies need him. Behind its superstar point guard, Memphis overcame a 13-point fourth-quarter deficit to topple the Pelicans, 116-115, in overtime.

Memphis is scoring over 12 points per game more this season with Morant in the lineup. He supercharges the Grizzlies’ fast breaks, makes things happen in the halfcourt and … well, he’s just really good. And really good players help a lot.

😁 Honorable mentions

😣 And not such a good morning for …

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THE DETROIT PISTONS

The Pistons have made history — and not the good kind. Detroit lost its 27th consecutive game, falling, 118-112, to the Nets. With the loss, the Pistons set the record for the longest single-season losing streak in NBA history.

The old record of 26…


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Author : Zachary Pereles

Publish date : 2023-12-27 14:20:45

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